NASW recently announced two new Practice Alerts for Clinical Social Workers:
Attention Clinical Social Workers: Avoid Medicare Claim Rejections in 2020, https://www.socialworkers.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=a1dfNrzpsEI%3d&portalid=
2020 Updates on Medicare and Other Matters for Clinical Social Workers in Private Practice,https://www.socialworkers.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=VzxTiIzRHcs%3d&portalid=0
As of January 1, 2020, there were changes to the requirements for out-of-state applicants. For full details, read the new BBS publication “Guide to LCSW Out-of-State Applicant Requirements” available at:
https://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/lcsw_guide.pdf.
For questions about these new requirements, contact the BBS through email at https://www.dca.ca.gov/webapps/bbs/contact.php
One of the new requirements for all out-of-state applicants ..Read More…
Sunday & Monday, April 19 & 20, 2020
McClellan Conference Center & State Capitol, Sacramento
About Legislative Lobby Days
Legislative Lobby Days is a two-day event that educates students and professionals about important legislation affecting clients and the social work profession. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the legislative process and get a “hands-on” lobbying ..Read More…
Social Workers Generations Strong
The National Association of Social Workers – California Chapter (NASW-CA) is now accepting proposals for 90-minute presentations covering a broad range of topics related to clinical practice issues for experienced practitioners. The deadline to apply is March 16, 2020. We encourage our members to apply and share their expertise with other ..Read More…
DHCS EXPANDS MEDI-CAL YOUNG-ADULT ELIGIBILITY, RESTORES BENEFITS, ADDS CHILDHOOD-TRAUMA SCREENING IN 2020
SACRAMENTO – Medi-Cal, California’s health care program for low-income individuals and families, will extend full coverage to tens of thousands of additional young adults statewide effective January 1, 2020, another step toward building a California for All.
The young adult expansion, included in ..Read More…
For social workers across the state, 2020 is shaping up to be an important year for us as advocates. We must remain vigilant of proposals and changes coming from our federal government that will severely impact the populations we serve. We encourage all our members to be active this year and stay up to date ..Read More…
We at NASW-CA wish you Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year!
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 | 2:30 – 3:30 pm EST
Presenters:
Tamara Cadet, Ph.D, LICSW, MPH, Associate Professor, Simmons University School of Social Work
Karen DeSalvo, MD, Chief Health Officer, Google
Robyn Golden, LCSW, Director of Health and Aging, Rush University Medical Center
NASW Members: FREE | Nonmembers: $30 | Register Now!
As we prepare for 2020, BBS has made a few announcements in the last few weeks in regards to new laws going into effect starting January 1st. We’ve provided this easy-to-access recap with links for the most important recent announcements. Check it out:
On November 22, 2019, the Board of Behavioral Sciences announced the addition ..Read More…
Logo for Social Work Month 2020
Social Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work. The theme for Social Work Month 2020 is:
Social Workers: Generations Strong
The theme has various meanings. As we enter a new decade it is important to look back and honor the ..Read More…
